Our Plans

As long-term planner, the NCC guides the use, physical development and management of federal lands in the National Capital Region.

The Plan for Canada's Capital

The National Capital Commission is proud to present the Plan for Canada’s Capital, 2017–2067, the signature planning framework that will shape the vision for the nation’s capital until Canada’s bicentennial in 2067.

Environmental Strategy: Building a greener capital

Planning mandate and process

As mandated by the National Capital Act, the NCC prepares plans for federal lands in the National Capital Region. These plans act as a blueprint for building a great capital.

As long-term planner, the NCC guides the use, physical development and management of NCC-owned lands, which is about 11 percent of all land in the Capital Region. We also coordinate the development of lands owned by other federal departments and agencies.

Planning principles

Greenbelt, Pine Grove Forest

To support the long-term development of Canada’s Capital and to meet the expectations Canadians have of their capital, NCC planners apply the following principles:

Symbolism — The Capital should tell Canadians about themselves and introduce Canada to people from abroad

Beauty — The Capital should be a physical place of high quality

Greenery — The Capital should be a model of a healthy and sustainable environment

Environmental assessmentsThe NCC looks at every plan and project through an environmental lens to ensure environmental protection and/or provide mitigation measures. We are guided by the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act and the NCC Environmental Strategy.